Calculate the end bearing length required for a 10-in.-by-16-in. timber beam (dressed) tha...

Calculate the end bearing length required for a 10-in.-by-16-in. timber beam (dressed) that is supported on a reinforced concrete wall as shown. The beam reaction is 15,000 lb and the allowable compressive stress perpendicular to the grain for the timber member is 300 psi.

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